Today Epson America, Inc., a leading supplier of value-added point of sale (POS) solutions, announced that it was named Best Channel Vendor for the fourth year in a row in Business Solutions Magazine’s 4th Annual Best Channel Vendors Survey published in the January 2012 issue. From mid-September through early October 2011, Business Solutions Magazine collected 10,833 votes from nearly 4,300 reseller organizations, making it the largest survey of its kind.

As in last year’s survey, only the top 5% of vendors in each surveyed technology category were selected for this year’s winner list. Resellers named Epson Best Channel Vendor based on feedback obtained from seven categories including Service/Support, Channel Friendly, Channel Program, Product Features, Product Reliability, Product Innovation and Adequate VAR Margins. Channel partners were asked to rate vendors on a scale of 0 (worst) and 5 (best). Epson’s top three scores were: Product Reliability – 4.49; Product Features – 4.37 and Product Innovation – 4.27.

“At Epson, supporting the channel is a top priority, so this recognition means a great deal to us,” commented Mike Helm, Director of Sales for Epson’s Business Systems Division. “We remain dedicated to helping our resellers cultivate their businesses with innovative, reliable solutions – and we offer depth and breadth of product to ensure success in a number of vertical markets.”

About Epson America, Inc.
Epson is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of highly reliable point-of-service technology, including printers, precision printing mechanisms and digital image scanners. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Long Beach, CA, Epson America, Inc. is the U.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. The Seiko Epson organization is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment, and for the third year in a row is part of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index – an indicator for leading companies in economic, environmental and social criteria. Epson offers the most comprehensive line of POS printers, as well as the widest selection of ENERGY STAR qualified models available today. To learn more about Epson America Business Systems Division, please visit: http://pos.epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America Business Systems Division on Facebook (http://tinyurl.com/EpsonFacebook-BizSys), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonB2B_PR) and YouTube (http://tinyURL.com/EpsonYouTube).

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For Retailers Requiring High Speed Receipt Printing and Check Processing

NRF 101st Annual Convention & Expo:Epson America, Inc.

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today at the National Retail Federation (NRF) Annual Convention and Expo, Epson America, Inc., a leading supplier of value-added point of sale (POS) solutions, introduced its compact TM-H2000 multifunction POS printer, designed for retailers who require high-speed printing, check processing and endorsement, without slip printing capability. With a 203 dpi resolution and two-year limited warranty, Epson’s ENERGY STAR® qualified TM-H2000 is ideally suited for high-volume retailers looking to increase transaction speed and lower the total cost of ownership of current POS printing solutions. The TM-H2000 offers significant advantages over other hybrid printers, including significantly faster receipt printing, paper saving features to reduce paper usage up to 30%, industry-leading MICR accuracy and the lowest energy usage in its class. Based on Epson’s popular TM-H6000-series multifunction printer, the TM-H2000 delivers the same proven reliability and performance at a competitive price point, eliminating slip functionality no longer required by many retailers.

“Many retailers would like to switch to thermal, but still need to process checks. The TM-H2000 has been designed to offer a cost-effective alternative to thermal, while delivering all the functionality that high-volume retailers need.”

By replacing POS printers with the Epson TM-H2000, retailers will print at speeds up to 94 lines per second as opposed to approximately 50 to 80 lines per second with other hybrid printers. In addition to faster printing, the TM-H2000 delivers substantial cost savings with its built-in paper reduction features. When set at the full 75% paper reduction mode, Epson’s TM-H2000 can cut paper costs by over $300 per printer per year and conserve over 200 lbs. of paper within the first five years. For users with 1,000 printers, this translates to a cost savings of over $300K over a five-year period.

“Epson is committed to bringing retailers a wide variety of reliable printing solutions,” commented Mike Helm, Director of Sales for Epson’s Business Systems Division. “Many retailers would like to switch to thermal, but still need to process checks. The TM-H2000 has been designed to offer a cost-effective alternative to thermal, while delivering all the functionality that high-volume retailers need.”

Environmental Features: The TM-H2000 is ENERGY STAR®qualified, has the lowest power consumption in its class and offers print options that can reduce receipt paper usage up to 30%. In addition, with the TM-H2000, retailers can print receipts on new, Epson qualified, BPA (Bisphenol A) free, recycled thermal receipt paper made with 70% PCW, meeting demands for safer, more environmentally friendly receipts.

Transaction Speed: With printing up to 260mm/second at 203 dpi, Epson’s TM-H2000 offers significantly faster print speeds than current hybrid printers, making it an ideal upgrade to existing POS systems.

Reliability: With an MCBF of 96 million lines the TM-H2000 is the most reliable in its class and all components are designed to last the lifetime of the printer.

Easy System Integration: With Epson’s advanced Connect-It interface modules, the TM-H2000 is compatible with the latest systems and many legacy systems, including IBM and NCR. The TM-H2000 comes with dual interfaces (a built-in USB and one additional interface) to ensure easy integration.

Warranty and Availability: Backed by world-class service and support programs and a two-year limited warranty, the TM-H2000 will be available Q1 2012 throughout Epson’s designated sales and distribution channels. For more information, visit pos.epson.com/retail.

About Epson America, Inc.

Epson is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of highly reliable point-of-service technology, including printers, precision printing mechanisms and digital image scanners. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Long Beach, CA, Epson America, Inc. is the U.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. The Seiko Epson organization is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment, and for the third year in a row is part of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index – an indicator for leading companies in economic, environmental and social criteria. Epson offers the most comprehensive line of POS printers, as well as the widest selection of ENERGY STAR qualified models available today. To learn more about Epson America Business Systems Division, please visit: http://pos.epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America Business Systems Division on Facebook (http://tinyurl.com/EpsonFacebook-BizSys), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonB2B_PR) and YouTube (http://tinyURL.com/EpsonYouTube).

Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Connect-It is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. All other trademarks and/or registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.